High Wind Watch for Shemya and Attu Islands
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What you need to know
- Applies to
- Atka and Adak, Pribilof Islands, Shemya and Attu Islands
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- Severe
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- Possible
What is happening
What: West winds 50 to 65 mph with gusts up to 80 mph possible. Impacts: High winds could move loose debris, damage property, and cause power outages. Travel could be difficult. Where: Shemya and Attu Islands. When: From Monday evening through late Monday night.
What the bulletin says to do
A high wind watch means there is potential for a hazardous high wind event. Monitor the latest forecasts and warnings for updates on this situation. Fasten loose objects or shelter objects in a safe location prior to the onset of winds.
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Bulletin details
* WHAT...West winds 50 to 65 mph with gusts up to 80 mph possible. * WHERE...Shemya and Attu Islands. * WHEN...From Monday evening through late Monday night. * IMPACTS...High winds could move loose debris, damage property, and cause power outages. Travel could be difficult. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Winds rapidly increase in strength late Monday evening and peak Tuesday morning as a strong low pressure system moves through the Bering. Winds will gradually lighten through Tuesday afternoon.
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Official revisions
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High Wind Watch issued November 14 at 12:31PM AKST until November 17 at 3:00PM AKST by NWS Anchorage AK
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High Wind Watch issued November 14 at 12:31PM AKST until November 17 at 9:00AM AKST by NWS Anchorage AK
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High Wind Watch issued November 14 at 12:31PM AKST until November 17 at 6:00AM AKST by NWS Anchorage AK
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Source and limitations
Publisher: Weather Alert Watch. Primary source: NWS Anchorage AK. This page reorganizes official fields and does not add a forecast or expand the affected area.
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